New councillor co-opted after Deirdre O’Donovan resignation

LILIAN Gueret is the newest councillor on South Dublin County Council, after she was nominated by Fianna Fáil to fill the seat vacated by former Firhouse-Bohernabreena Cllr Deirdre O’Donovan.

Councillors ratified the co-option of Cllr Gueret to Ms O’Donovan’s former seat at a council meeting on Monday afternoon.

In her opening address after she was officially co-opted as a councillor, Cllr Gueret said: “I have an interest in smart cities and I’m looking forward to being associated with many of South Dublin County Council’s innovative projects, such as the Tallaght District Heating Scheme and the Belgard Square North cost rental apartments project.

“I am committed to working hard on behalf of the residents of Firhouse-Bohernabreena, and to deliver a sustainable, inclusive and serviced community for all in South Dublin County.”

Fianna Fáil councillor for Palmerstown-Fonthill, Shane Moynihan, proposed Cllr Gueret to co-opt the seat on behalf of their party.

“Cllr Gueret is someone who has been steeped in the community and our party for a long, long time, having given countless service to various causes in Dublin South West and the surrounds,” he said.

“I’m sure she’ll be a great addition to our team here in the council, and a collaborative colleague to all of those here in the chamber as well.”

Ms O’Donovan resigned from the council in January and is now working as a brand and communications manager for a social enterprise.

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